• The Government of Ghana is determined to address the impact of the global economic downturn.

• Ghanaians have been called upon to unite and rally behind the government’s impactful economic transformational programs.

• The event was used to attract investors to Ghana and also bring awareness to the numerous economic opportunities available.

The Government of Ghana is determined to address the impact of the global economic downturn.

While speaking during the National Day celebration to commemorate Ghana’s 66th independence at the Cavalieri Waldorf Astoria hotel in Rome, the Foreign Minister said the year 2022 was indelible in many ways, with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing global economic challenges. These had inflicted various hardships globally, but the Government of Ghana is determined to address the impact of the global economic downturn. “Government has since instituted several interventions to resolve these concerns and we remain confident that we will see the results of relief and recovery very soon. As His Excellency the President of the Republic has always reiterated, “This too shall pass”, She said.

The Hon. Minister Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey pointed out how noteworthy it is that under the leadership of President Akufo Addo, the country is witnessing significant economic transformation with various programs such as Free Senior High School Education, One District One Factory, and Planting for Food and Jobs. He said, “Indeed our economic growth rebounded making Ghana among the fastest-growing economies in the world for three years in a row … We expect the year 2023 to be one of hope and joy.”

Ghanaians have been called upon to unite and rally behind the government’s impactful economic transformational programs.

Ghana’s Ambassador to Italy,  Merene Botsio Benyah while speaking at the event which brought together more than three hundred patrons called on Ghanaians to unite and rally behind the government’s impactful economic transformational programs, to realize the country’s aspirations. Ambassador Botsio Benyah spoke about “Ghana’s conducive and investor-friendly business environment, with a vibrant private sector which is well positioned for mutually beneficial commercial partnerships with international companies.” The Ambassador said that Government’s ongoing programs had positioned Ghana as a “frontier for industrialization and manufacturing in the Region.” She also added that industrialization would add value to Ghana’s natural products, create employment, and stimulate export opportunities. She stated that Ghana’s foreign missions abroad have a role to play in identifying opportunities in Ghana and attracting investors for partnerships, and therefore the event serves as a strategic way to showcase opportunities in Ghana to the people of Italy.

The event was used to attract investors to Ghana and also bring awareness to the numerous economic opportunities available.

The event brought together dignitaries from the host Italian foreign ministry, members of the diplomatic corps, international and Ghanaian companies, traditional leaders, businessmen, and the Ghanaian community. It was also an event to attract investors to Ghana and bring awareness to the numerous economic opportunities available. It also served as a platform to showcase the country’s rich culture and heritage.

There were various made-in-Ghana goods on display and Ghanaian companies in attendance, as part of the program, to showcase Ghana’s industrialization.

Dignitaries were treated to a rich display of Ghanaian cultural performances. The mission expressed appreciation to Ghana International Bank, Zeepay, Sienna Services Ltd, EMH Global Ltd, Team Engineering, Flash Box Srl, Showbiz Global Concert, Ghana Export-Import Bank, Urepa, Abici, Cartarredo, the Diplomatic Affairs TV show on Pan African Television and a host of others for making the event successful.